Okeanus Announces Acquisition of ADCP Fleet

Okeanus Announces Acquisition of ADCP Fleet

Four models of ADCPs are available for individual rental, or as part of a package with auxiliary communication and flotation equipment.

HOUMA, La. – Okeanus Science and Technology, LLC (Okeanus) is pleased to announce the addition of four models of Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) to its available selection of oceanographic and marine scientific rental equipment.

With a variety of working depths ranging from shallow coastal waters to over 1500 meters, Okeanus’ selection of ADCPs, now available for rental, are ideal for any project demanding accurate current measurement. In stock are the 55 kHz Nortek Signature 55 ADCP, used for long-range water column measurement to a 1,000 meter range; the 75 kHz RDI Long Ranger ADCP for long-range water column current speed and direction measurement; and the 300 kHz and 600 kHz Rowe Technologies Seawatch ADCPs, which feature long range measurements and lesser resolution, or mid- to low-range measurements and higher resolution, respectively.

Each model in the fleet is available for standalone rental, or as part of a custom equipment rental package tailored to suit customers’ individual and project needs. Okeanus can provide complementary communication equipment including an acoustic release and universal deck box, as well as any necessary buoys and flotation items to accompany each ADCP model.

“We are very excited about the addition of this fleet of ADCPs to our current equipment portfolio. Okeanus’ ability to offer ADCPs that can work anywhere from shallow coastal waters to deepwater environments has positioned us to better serve our customers who are actively engaged in any metocean survey and research situation,” said Benton LeBlanc, Vice President and General Manager of Okeanus. “Providing these items for lease further strengthens our value proposition, enabling our customers to better allocate their capital to completing projects in a cost-effective manner.”

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